Clinical Practice Coordinator - 3488

University of North Calorina Pembroke; Pembroke, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Pembroke seeks a Coordinator of Candidate Program Services to support educator preparation candidates through field experiences, program milestones, and clinical practice transitions. You will collaborate with faculty, advisors, and district partners to ensure timely graduation and student success.

The role involves coordinating field experiences, developing programming to increase retention, and guiding candidates toward professional readiness and licensure pathways.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, minimum of three years of professional experience.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and school district partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office. (Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience coordinating placements and knowledge of NC state educator licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for teacher candidates regarding program progression and field experiences.
• Monitor student progress through educator preparation milestones and identify students who may benefit from additional support.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic advisors to develop intervention strategies that promote student retention, persistence, and timely graduation.
• Provide individualized guidance regarding professional expectations, program requirements, and career readiness.
• Coordinate orientation sessions for newly admitted education students and candidates entering field and clinical experiences.
• Connect students with university resources including tutoring, academic support, counseling, financial aid, accessibility services, and career development.
• Develop student success initiatives that foster engagement, professional growth, and academic achievement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Position Information

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department

Department University School Partnerships and Clinical Practice

Working Title

Working Title Coordinator of Candidate Program Services

Vacancy Type

Vacancy Type Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements

Min requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, minimum of three years of professional experience.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and school district partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office. (Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive)

FTE 1

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range Salary commensurate with education and experience

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with education and experience

Position #

Position # 3488

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Months per year

Months per year 12

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

The Coordinator of Candidate Program Services will serve as an integral part of the SOE and EPP . Our unit supports over 30 initial licensure programs that include clinical practice. Recruiting and retaining top scholars will increase our enrollment and retention metrics. This position will be instrumental in supporting hundreds of teacher candidates annually.

Each semester, the SOE / EPP supports several students during their clinical practice & internship leading to initial licensure. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction have mandated an increased number of requirements surrounding how we monitor, support and report teacher candidates and clinical practice interns.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Coordinator of Candidate Program Services provides comprehensive support to educator preparation candidates by coordinating field experiences, promoting student success initiatives, and guiding candidates through the field experience placement process.

The Coordinator works collaboratively with faculty, advisors, school district partners, and university offices to ensure students successfully complete program milestones, field experiences, and transition into the clinical practice internship semester. The position also develops and facilitates educational programming designed to increase candidate success and retention.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for teacher candidates regarding program progression and field experiences.
• Monitor student progress through educator preparation milestones and identify students who may benefit from additional support.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic advisors to develop intervention strategies that promote student retention, persistence, and timely graduation.
• Provide individualized guidance regarding professional expectations, program requirements, and career readiness.
• Coordinate orientation sessions for newly admitted education students and candidates entering field and clinical experiences.
• Connect students with university resources including tutoring, academic support, counseling, financial aid, accessibility services, and career development.
• Develop student success initiatives that foster engagement, professional growth, and academic achievement.

Management Preference

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Hold a valid teaching license.
• Knowledge of educator preparation programs, clinical experiences, and teacher licensure processes, and student information systems.
• Experience coordinating placements.
• Knowledge of NC state educator licensure requirements.

Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Required Documents

• C V/Resume
• Cover Letter

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